1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 221 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 146 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
