1978 Renault 4 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 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 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 120 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 716 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 4 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
