1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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 Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 99 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
