1972 Renault 5 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 605 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. 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, 2008 Seat Leon (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 5 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 5 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
