2007 Seat Leon vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1979 Seat 131 (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Leon | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Leon | 131 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
