1960 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1960 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 440 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 AC Aceca 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 1960 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | AC | Seat |
Model | Aceca | Leon |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |