2007 Seat Leon vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 275 kg more than 1971 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, 2007 Seat Leon (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Leon | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Leon | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
