1968 TVR Vixen vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 451 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 TVR Vixen 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 TVR Vixen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 TVR Vixen | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | TVR | Seat |
| Model | Vixen | Leon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
