1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 585 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Seat Exeo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Corsa | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Toyota | Seat |
Model | Corsa | Exeo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1798 cc |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2642 mm |