1985 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 730 kg more than 1985 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Panda | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Panda | Toledo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |