2005 Seat Leon vs. 1961 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 357 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1202. 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 1961 Skoda 1202. 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 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 1961 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Leon | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
