1984 Lancia Trevi vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 189 kg more than 1984 Lancia Trevi. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Trevi | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Trevi | Leon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
