1958 Austin A135 vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1993 Seat Toledo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1993 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Austin A135 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 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A135 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
