1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Because 1955 Austin A 55 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 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo, 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 55 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 55 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |