1953 Plymouth Cambridge vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon.
Because 1953 Plymouth Cambridge 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 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Plymouth Cambridge | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Plymouth | Seat |
Model | Cambridge | Leon |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3569 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |