1974 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 136 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon.
Because 1974 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Pontiac Firebird | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Firebird | Leon |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |