1976 Holden Torana vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 365 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Holden Torana 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 1976 Holden Torana. 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Torana | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Torana | Toledo |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |