1993 Renault Twingo vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 475 kg more than 1993 Renault Twingo. 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Renault Twingo | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Twingo | Leon |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |