1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1997 Seat Toledo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 500 kg more than 1997 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta 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 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Seat |
| Model | Mangusta | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
