1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1980 Seat Ritmo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo, 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, 1980 Seat Ritmo (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 40 | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |