1941 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 137 kg more than 1941 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Citroen 15 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | 15 | Leon |
Year Released | 1941 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |