2005 Seat Leon vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 131 kg more than 1970 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Leon | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
