2005 Seat Leon vs. 1992 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 590 kg more than 1992 Holden Barina. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina. 1992 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 1992 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Seat | Holden |
| Model | Leon | Barina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
