2005 Seat Leon vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 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 114 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 532 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Leon | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
