1978 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 110 kg more than 1978 Audi 100. 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 (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
