1969 Austin 1300 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 350 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | 1300 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
