1973 Opel Commodore 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 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 206 kg more than 1973 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Opel Commodore 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 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Commodore | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Commodore | Leon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
