2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2012 Seat Leon

To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento 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 85 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Leon weights approximately 545 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 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) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Seicento 2012 Seat Leon
Make Fiat Seat
Model Seicento Leon
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1108 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 2750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 320 Nm
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 18.5:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.5 seconds 9.3 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 810 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 55 L


 

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