1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mustang | Leon |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |