1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 716 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Leon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |
