1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (207 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 816 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Town & Country (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Town & Country | Leon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
