1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 592 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Giulia | Leon |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |