1980 Audi 200 vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Audi 200.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 200. (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 200 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
