1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 630 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Cherry | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Cherry | Leon |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |