1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto 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 108 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 294 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. 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, 2010 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Punto | Leon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
