1981 Bitter SC vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Seat Toledo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 23 kg more than 2002 Seat Toledo.
Because 1981 Bitter SC 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 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Toledo. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Bitter | Seat |
Model | SC | Toledo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1327 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |