1976 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Toledo weights approximately 102 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. 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, 2006 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
