1973 Mini MK III vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mini MK III would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 764 kg more than 1973 Mini MK III. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mini MK III | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | MK III | Leon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
