1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Gremlin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Gremlin would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 12 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Because 1970 AMC Gremlin 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 1970 AMC Gremlin. 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | AMC | Seat |
| Model | Gremlin | Leon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
