1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 72 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Charger | Leon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
