1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 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 101 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 500 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1970 | 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 | 14 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
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 | 480 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2480 mm |