1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. 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, 2008 Seat Leon (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Uno | Leon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
