2000 Seat Leon vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 378 kg more than 1969 Skoda 1202. 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 1969 Skoda 1202. 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 (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Leon | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Leon | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
