1963 Mini MK I vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mini MK I would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Toledo weights approximately 656 kg more than 1963 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini MK I | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | MK I | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
