1976 Renault 20 vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 20 | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 20 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
