2001 Seat Leon vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 570 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Leon | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Leon | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
