1970 Holden Torana vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana.
Because 1970 Holden Torana 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 Holden Torana. 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 @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Torana | Leon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
