1996 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 354 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. 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, 2011 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (83 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Corsa | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Corsa | Leon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 973 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |