1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1979 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1979 Seat Ritmo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Seat Ritmo (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1979 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 40 | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |