1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 729 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 750 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
