1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini. 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 (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Innocenti Mini | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Innocenti | Seat |
Model | Mini | Leon |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2520 mm |