1978 Lada 1600 vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 304 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Lada 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Lada 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1600 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | 1600 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 55 L |
