1968 Mazda 1000 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 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 281 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda 1000 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 Mazda 1000. 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 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda 1000 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 1000 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
