1973 Abarth 124 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 34 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 420 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 124 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1290 kg |
