1971 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 625 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Subaru Leone | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Subaru | Seat |
| Model | Leone | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2642 mm |
