1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2005 Seat Toledo

To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna.

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, 2005 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Alfa Romeo Arna 2005 Seat Toledo
Make Alfa Romeo Seat
Model Arna Toledo
Year Released 1985 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 94 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.2 mm 77.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2600 mm


 

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