1975 Ford Torino vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Seat Exeo.
Because 1975 Ford Torino 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 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo, 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Torino | Exeo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2642 mm |