1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Seat Toledo (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 48 kg more than 1994 Seat Toledo.
Because 1951 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Vedette | Toledo |
Year Released | 1951 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |