1974 Lada Riva vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (148 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 200 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lada Riva 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 1974 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Lada | Seat |
Model | Riva | Leon |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |