1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 49 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Arosa (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Arosa, 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 Arosa (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 40 | Arosa |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 974 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 34 L |