1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 163 kg more than 1953 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC 2-Litre | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | AC | Seat |
Model | 2-Litre | Leon |
Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |