1975 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1993 Seat Toledo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Toledo (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Toledo weights approximately 355 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Seat Toledo (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | Toledo |
Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |