1974 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Seat Toledo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Toledo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Toledo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 2008 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Capri | Toledo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |