1967 Ford Corsair vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair 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 89 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 416 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. 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 1967 Ford Corsair. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Corsair | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Corsair | Leon |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |