1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 515 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | Leon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |
