1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 51 kg more than 2010 Seat Leon.
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, 2010 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Spider | Leon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |