1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 310 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Holden Belmont 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 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Belmont | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
