1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 846 kg more than 1982 Fiat Vivace. 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, 2010 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Vivace | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Vivace | Leon |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |