1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 30 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 70 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
