1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 422 kg more than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
Because 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT 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 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon, 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, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Seat |
| Model | TX-GT | Leon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
