2000 Seat Leon vs. 1977 Audi Fox

To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi Fox 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 73 more horse power than 1977 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 389 kg more than 1977 Audi Fox. 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 1977 Audi Fox. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi Fox.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Seat Leon 1977 Audi Fox
Make Seat Audi
Model Leon Fox
Year Released 2000 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.5:1 8.2:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1301 kg 912 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L


 

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