1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 439 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Palio | Leon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |