1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 133 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Cedric. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Cedric | Leon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
