1962 Morris Minor vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 476 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Morris Minor | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Morris | Seat |
Model | Minor | Leon |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |