1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Seat 1500
To start off, 1971 Seat 1500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Seat 1500 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1971 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 40 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
