1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Seat Leon

To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Seat Leon.

Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Ford Maverick (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ford Maverick 2010 Seat Leon
Make Ford Seat
Model Maverick Leon
Year Released 1970 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4096 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.5 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1305 kg 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2580 mm