1984 Maserati 228 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 111 kg more than 1984 Maserati 228.
Because 1984 Maserati 228 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Maserati 228. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 228 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | 228 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
