1954 Buick 40 vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Seat Toledo is newer by 48 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, 2002 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2002 Seat Toledo.
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, 2002 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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Toledo. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | 40 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1327 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |
