1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Seat Toledo. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 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 210 kg more than 1983 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 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Alfasud | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
