1974 Morris Traveller vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1974 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 798 kg more than 1974 Morris Traveller. 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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Morris Traveller | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Traveller | Leon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
