2000 Seat Leon vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 245 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Leon | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Leon | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1858 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |