1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 635 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Familia | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
