1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 96 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 1300 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 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 1300 | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 1300 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |