1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1992 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1992 Seat Toledo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Seat Toledo weights approximately 65 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Seat Toledo (140 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1992 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1992 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Spider | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
