1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 164 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
