1960 Ford Prefect vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Because 1960 Ford Prefect 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 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Prefect | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Prefect | Toledo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 34 L |