1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 130 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 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 130 | Leon |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |