1980 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 644 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Suzuki Jimny | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Suzuki | Seat |
Model | Jimny | Leon |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 539 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |