1969 Nissan Sunny vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 645 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Sunny 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 Nissan Sunny. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Nissan Sunny | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Sunny | Leon |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |