1982 Innocenti 990 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti 990 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 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 594 kg more than 1982 Innocenti 990. 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, 2011 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti 990 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Innocenti | Seat |
| Model | 990 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
