1981 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
