1970 Morris Traveller 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 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1970 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 525 kg more than 1970 Morris Traveller. 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 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Morris Traveller | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Traveller | Leon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
