1969 Lotus Seven vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Seven. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 800 kg more than 1969 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Lotus Seven 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 1969 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Seven. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Seven | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Seven | Leon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
