1948 Austin 16 vs. 2004 Seat Leon
To start off, 2004 Seat Leon is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Leon (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Seat Leon.
Because 1948 Austin 16 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 1948 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1948 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Leon. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1948 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 2004 Seat Leon | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | 16 | Leon |
Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |