1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 425 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 1200 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
