1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna.
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, 1996 Fiat Duna (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Duna | 2001 Seat Leon | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Duna | Leon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |