1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (104 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 275 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 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 (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Giulietta | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
