1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 70 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
