2008 Seat Leon vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Leon | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Leon | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
