2001 Seat Leon vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 225 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Seat Leon (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Leon | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Leon | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
