2004 Seat Leon vs. 1969 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2004 Seat Leon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Leon (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Leon weights approximately 405 kg more than 1969 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Skoda 110 L 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 1969 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Leon (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Leon | 1969 Skoda 110 L | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Leon | 110 L |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 31 L |