1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 45 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 615 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Seat Alhambra, 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra 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 | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 40 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |