1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 145 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
