1988 Maserati 420 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (223 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Maserati 420 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 420. (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 420 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | 420 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
