1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 555 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. 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 (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | Leon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
