1971 Ford Cortina 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 Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Cortina.
Because 1971 Ford Cortina 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 Cortina. 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 (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Cortina | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Cortina | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
