1973 Renault 5 vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 660 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 5 | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 5 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
