1957 Seat 600 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 715 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Seat 600 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 1957 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Seat 600 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 600 | Leon |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |