1971 Renault 10 vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 693 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Renault 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 10 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
