1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 695 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 30 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 1952 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 30 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
