1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 vs. 2003 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Seat Toledo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2003 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2003 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 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 Monteverdi High Speed 375. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Toledo. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | 2003 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Seat |
| Model | High Speed 375 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 55 L |
