1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Seat Formula
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Formula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula 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 130 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.
Because 1999 Seat Formula is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula will offer significantly more control. 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 Formula (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Formula 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 Formula | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 40 | Formula |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
