2002 Seat Leon vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon.
Because 1970 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130. 1970 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Leon | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Seat | Fiat |
| Model | Leon | 130 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
