1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 563 kg more than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Seat |
| Model | TX-S | Leon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
