1986 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 630 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | Leon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
