1972 Maserati Indy 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 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Indy (289 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Indy weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Maserati Indy 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 Maserati Indy. 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, 1972 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Indy | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | Indy | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
