1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 625 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | Leon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
