1973 Audi Asso vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
Because 1973 Audi Asso 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 1973 Audi Asso. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Seat Leon (300 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Audi Asso | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | Asso | Leon |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |