1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Seat 127
To start off, 1973 Seat 127 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1973 Seat 127.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Seat 127, 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, 1952 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1973 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 40 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
