1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 687 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon 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, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Uno | Leon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
