1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 495 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Triumph | Seat |
| Model | GT6 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
