2002 Seat Leon vs. 1974 Seat 127
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 127 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 131 more horse power than 1974 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 605 kg more than 1974 Seat 127. 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Leon | 1974 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Leon | 127 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
