1978 Renault 5 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 684 kg more than 1978 Renault 5.
Because 1978 Renault 5 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 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault 5 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 5 | Leon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |