1973 Honda 1300 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 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 443 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | 1300 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
