1957 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 48 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (223 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 265 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, 2005 Seat Leon, 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 Leon (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon 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 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 55 | Leon |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |