1992 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Leon weights approximately 300 kg more than 1992 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2012 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Fiesta | Leon |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |