1965 TVR Trident vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
Because 1965 TVR Trident is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 TVR Trident. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 TVR Trident | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | TVR | Seat |
| Model | Trident | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1772 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2642 mm |
