1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (207 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 623 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 400 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 55 L |
