1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 361 kg more than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Because 1983 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 1983 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Alpine | Seat |
| Model | A 310 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1341 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
