1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Seat Toledo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Toledo weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1994 Seat Toledo (125 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Alfasud | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
