2000 Seat Leon vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,252 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 91 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Leon | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Leon | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2252 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |