1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 424 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 124 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
