1972 Renault 5 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 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 66 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5.
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, 2004 Seat Toledo (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 5 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 5 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
