1997 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 431 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Colt | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Colt | Leon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
