1969 Fiat 128 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 128. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 609 kg more than 1969 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 128. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 128 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 128 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
