1970 Morris Minor vs. 1992 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1992 Seat Toledo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Seat Toledo (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Seat Toledo weights approximately 245 kg more than 1970 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Morris Minor | 1992 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Morris | Seat |
Model | Minor | Toledo |
Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2480 mm |