1971 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 632 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Mazda Familia 2005 Seat Leon
Make Mazda Seat
Model Familia Leon
Year Released 1971 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Vehicle Weight 744 kg 1376 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2520 mm


 

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