1991 Seat Toledo vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Seat Toledo | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Seat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Toledo | 147 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
