2005 Seat Leon vs. 1976 Seat 131
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 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Seat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 317 kg more than 1976 Seat 131.
Because 1976 Seat 131 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 1976 Seat 131. 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, 1976 Seat 131 (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 1976 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Leon | 131 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
