1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 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 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Because 1960 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 1960 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 55 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1960 | 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 | 4350 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |