1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 320 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Because 1981 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Alpine | Seat |
Model | A 310 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |