1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 293 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 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 1963 Lancia Flavia. 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 (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Flavia | Leon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
