1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Leon weights approximately 184 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ferrari 208 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 1975 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 208 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
