2005 Seat Leon vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 500 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Leon | Leone |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |