2008 Seat Altea vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 715 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2008 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Altea | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Altea | Leone |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 1665 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |