1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 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 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1956 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (130 Nm). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 1400 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
