1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1997 Seat Ibiza is newer by 43 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, 1997 Seat Ibiza (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Ibiza 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 95 kg more than 1997 Seat Ibiza.
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, 1997 Seat Ibiza, 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, 1997 Seat Ibiza (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Ibiza 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 | 1997 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 40 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |