2008 Seat Leon vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 404 kg more than 1979 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, 2008 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Leon | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Leon | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
