1976 Renault 20 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 201 kg more than 1976 Renault 20. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Renault 20 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 20 | Leon |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |