1964 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 99 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon.
Because 1964 Austin A 99 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 1964 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1964 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 99 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 99 | Leon |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |