2001 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon. 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Leon | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Seat | Fiat |
Model | Leon | Bravo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |