1974 Mazda 818 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 475 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mazda 818 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 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 818 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 818 | Leon |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |