1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 45 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40.
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, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo 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 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 40 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 34 L |