1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 441 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 600 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 1960 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 600 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 600 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |