2005 Seat Leon vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 493 kg more than 1960 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Seat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Leon | 1400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |