2002 Seat Leon vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 93 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 470 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Leon | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leon | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
