1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 569 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Newport | Leon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
