1964 Riley 4 vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley 4 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) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Riley 4 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Because 1964 Riley 4 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 1964 Riley 4. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Riley 4 | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Riley | Seat |
Model | 4 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |