1968 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 625 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Toledo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |