1985 Fiat 126 vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 762 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 126 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2590 mm |
