1972 Lancia 2000 vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Lancia 2000. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 111 kg more than 1972 Lancia 2000. 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 1972 Lancia 2000. 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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia 2000. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia 2000 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | 2000 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
