1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 482 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Audi Super 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi Super 90 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | Super 90 | Leon |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |