1962 Volvo 220 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 319 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Volvo 220 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Volvo | Seat |
| Model | 220 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
