2002 Seat Leon vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 500 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 TVR 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Leon | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | Seat | TVR |
| Model | Leon | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
