1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 2,327 cc, 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 336 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Tipo | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2327 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
