1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1993 Seat Toledo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 1800 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 BMW 1800 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 1963 BMW 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1963 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 1800 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
