1971 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon.
Because 1971 Dodge Dart 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 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Dodge Dart | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Dart | Leon |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |