1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba, 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 40 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |