1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 166 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | GT | Leon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
