1977 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 384 kg more than 1977 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, 2005 Seat Leon (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 124 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
