1999 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Leon weights approximately 509 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 2012 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Matiz | 2012 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Daewoo | Seat |
| Model | Matiz | Leon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
