1991 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Cinquecento would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (197 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 657 kg more than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. 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 (280 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (66 Nm). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Cinquecento | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Cinquecento | Leon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 677 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
