1962 MG 1100 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1962 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1962 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 831 kg more than 1962 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 MG 1100 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | MG | Seat |
| Model | 1100 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
