1987 Suzuki Alto vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1987 Suzuki Alto. 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, 2010 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Suzuki Alto | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Suzuki | Seat |
| Model | Alto | Leon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 547 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
