2001 Seat Leon vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 390 kg more than 1957 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Leon | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Seat | Wartburg |
Model | Leon | 312 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |