1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Argento Viva | Leon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
