1992 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 936 kg more than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mazda AZ-1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Mazda AZ-1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda AZ-1 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | AZ-1 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2580 mm |
