1967 MG 1100 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 MG 1100. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1967 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 450 kg more than 1967 MG 1100. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG 1100. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG 1100 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | MG | Seat |
| Model | 1100 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
