1970 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Seat Toledo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Toledo weights approximately 338 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Audi 100 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 1970 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi 100 | 2008 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | 100 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |