1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon.
Because 1971 Alpine A 110 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 1971 Alpine A 110. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alpine A 110 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Alpine | Seat |
Model | A 110 | Leon |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |