1971 Peugeot 504 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 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 1971 Peugeot 504 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 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Peugeot 504 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 504 | Leon |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |