1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1997 Seat Toledo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 141 kg more than 1997 Seat Toledo.
Because 1961 Ford Zodiac 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 1961 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1961 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Zodiac | Toledo |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |