1991 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 21 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 11 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Seat Toledo | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Toledo | C3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 167 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
