1970 Austin 1800 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 1800 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 19 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 Austin 1800. 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, 2008 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 1800 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | 1800 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
