1975 Seat 124 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 306 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 124 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 124 | Leon |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |