1985 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 862 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Uno | Leon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |
