1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (237 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 485 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. 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, 2008 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 205 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 205 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
