1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 219 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 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, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Giulia | Leon |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1239 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |