1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (113 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 134 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Because 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 1966 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Zephyr | Toledo |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |