1966 Peugeot 204 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Peugeot 204 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 150 more horse power than 1966 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1966 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 454 kg more than 1966 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Peugeot 204 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 204 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1129 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
