1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Berline weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 1962 Fiat Berline 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 1962 Fiat Berline. 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, 1962 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Berline | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Berline | Leon |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |