1964 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 555 kg more than 1964 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Innocenti 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 1964 Innocenti A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Innocenti A 40 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Innocenti | Seat |
Model | A 40 | Leon |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |