1991 Seat Toledo vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (136 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 379 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Seat Toledo | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Toledo | Publica |
Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2170 mm |