2000 Seat Leon vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 401 kg more than 1961 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 MG MGA. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Leon | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Seat | MG |
| Model | Leon | MGA |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
