1978 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 436 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Lancer | Leon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |