1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 356 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1999 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Giulietta | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
