1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 296 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Giulia | Toledo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |