1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 90 | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 90 | Leon |
Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |