1993 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 226 kg more than 1993 Austin Montego. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Montego | Leon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
