1961 Austin 7 vs. 1995 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1995 Seat Toledo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Seat Toledo (74 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Toledo weights approximately 450 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Seat Toledo (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1995 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | 7 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2480 mm |
