1961 Seat 1400 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (223 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 255 kg more than 1961 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Seat 1400 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 1961 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Seat 1400 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 1400 | Leon |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |