1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 405 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | GT | Leon |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |