1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 422 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza, 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 Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 40 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
