1974 Rover 3.5 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Rover 3.5 (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Rover 3.5 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 Rover 3.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Rover 3.5 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | 3.5 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |