1998 Fiat Multipla vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 156 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Multipla | 2012 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Multipla | Leon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
