1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 10 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), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 77 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
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 (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 146 | Leon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |