1959 Austin 7 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 724 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | 7 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
