1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 375 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (321 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (129 Nm). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 33 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
