1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Leon weights approximately 523 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Anglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Anglia | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Anglia | Leon |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |