1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Arosa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Arosa weights approximately 529 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 40 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2340 mm |
