2006 Seat Leon vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 494 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Leon | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Leon | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
