1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 514 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 128 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
