1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 49 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 574 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.
Because 1961 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 1961 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 40 | Leon |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |