1954 Buick 40 vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Buick 40 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 1954 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | 40 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2480 mm |