1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 49 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), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 100 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 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, 1999 Seat Cordoba (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 40 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |