1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 251 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Sunbird | Leon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
