1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 444 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Alfasud | Leon |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |