2002 Seat Leon vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 530 kg more than 1963 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Leon | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Leon | Herald |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |
