1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Cedric | Leon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
