1975 Seat 1430 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (223 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 390 kg more than 1975 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Seat 1430 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 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 1430 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 1430 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
