1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Because 1950 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Seat Ronda (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 40 | Ronda |
Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |