1986 Peugeot 205 vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 320 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
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, 2001 Seat Toledo (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 205 | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 205 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
