1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 591 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 30 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 1956 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 30 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |