2000 Seat Leon vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 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 97 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 571 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000. 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 1963 Simca 1000. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Leon | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Seat | Simca |
Model | Leon | 1000 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |