1958 Maserati 450 vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 511 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Maserati 450. 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, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 450 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | 450 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1301 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
