1989 Maserati 430 vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 430 would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 111 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Maserati 430. 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, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 430 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | 430 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
