1963 MG 1100 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 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG 1100 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 95 more horse power than 1963 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1963 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 476 kg more than 1963 MG 1100. 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 MG 1100. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 MG 1100 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | MG | Seat |
| Model | 1100 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 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 | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
