1962 Rover P5 vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 704 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Rover P5 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | P5 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |