2008 Seat Leon vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 715 kg more than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Leon | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Leon | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
