1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1997 Seat Toledo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Toledo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2480 mm |
