1973 Abarth 124 vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Abarth 124 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 52 more horse power than 1973 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1973 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 124 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1310 kg |
