2001 Seat Leon vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 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 163 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 470 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Leon | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Seat | Simca |
Model | Leon | 1100 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |