1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 500 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |
