1971 Lotus Seven vs. 1992 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1992 Seat Toledo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Seat Toledo weights approximately 451 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Because 1971 Lotus Seven 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 Lotus Seven. 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) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 1992 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 1992 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Seven | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2480 mm |
