1971 Renault 12 vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Seat Toledo (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Toledo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 12 | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 12 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
