1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1963 Seat 1500
To start off, 1963 Seat 1500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Seat 1500 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1963 Seat 1500 | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 40 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |