1964 Ford Zodiac 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 Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon.
Because 1964 Ford Zodiac 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 Zodiac. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Zodiac | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Zodiac | Leon |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |