2009 Seat Leon vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 906 kg more than 1967 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Simca 1000 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 1967 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Leon | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Seat | Simca |
Model | Leon | 1000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |