1996 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Leon weights approximately 454 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Morgan 4 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Morgan | Seat |
| Model | 4 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
