2006 Seat Leon vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 554 kg more than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Leon | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Leon | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
