1986 Italdesign Machimoto vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Italdesign Machimoto would be higher. Both 1986 Italdesign Machimoto and 2005 Seat Leon are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. 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 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Italdesign Machimoto | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Italdesign | Seat |
| Model | Machimoto | Leon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
