1983 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 595 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra. 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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Micra | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Micra | Leon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 986 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
