2005 Seat Leon vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza

To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 336 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1973 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Seat Leon 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
Make Seat Vauxhall
Model Leon Firenza
Year Released 2005 1973
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1895 cc 2279 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 154 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 215 km/hour 178 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1376 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2470 mm


 

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