1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 420 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 1971 Alpine A 110 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 1971 Alpine A 110. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alpine A 110 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Alpine | Seat |
Model | A 110 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |