1959 Berkeley B vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B. 2004 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley B has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Berkeley | Seat |
Model | B | Toledo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |