1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 119 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Austin 2200 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 1972 Austin 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | 2200 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
