1958 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Cadillac Seville (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 954 kg more than 2006 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Cadillac Seville 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 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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. 1958 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Cadillac | Seat |
Model | Seville | Toledo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |