1982 Holden Camira vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Camira 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 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 350 kg more than 1982 Holden Camira. 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 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Camira | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Camira | Leon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
