1972 Skoda 110 L 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 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 455 kg more than 1972 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Skoda 110 L 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 Skoda 110 L. 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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Skoda 110 L | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Skoda | Seat |
Model | 110 L | Leon |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |