2007 Seat Leon vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 425 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Leon | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Leon | Leone |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |