1968 Peugeot 204 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 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 435 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204. 2006 Seat Leon has automatic transmission and 1968 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1968 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Leon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Peugeot 204 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 204 | Leon |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |