1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 341 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego. 1980 Renault Fuego has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Renault Fuego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Renault Fuego | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Fuego | Leon |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |