1957 Austin A 55 vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (136 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 2 kg more than 1957 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 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 (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 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 1957 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 55 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 55 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1057 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 |