1979 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 204 kg more than 1979 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
