1971 Ford 17 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 364 kg more than 1971 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford 17 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 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford 17 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | 17 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |