1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 378 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 616 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 616 | Leon |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |