1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1998 Seat Cordoba is newer by 48 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Cordoba 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 41 kg more than 1998 Seat Cordoba.
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, 1998 Seat Cordoba, 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, 1998 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Cordoba 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 | 1998 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 40 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |