1979 Seat 124 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 445 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 124 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 124 | Leon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |