1991 Seat Toledo vs. 1979 Talbot 1510

To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo.

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, 1991 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Seat Toledo 1979 Talbot 1510
Make Seat Talbot
Model Toledo 1510
Year Released 1991 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 66 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2610 mm


 

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