1962 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Because 1962 Austin Princess 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 1962 Austin Princess. 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, 1962 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin Princess | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | Princess | Toledo |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 34 L |