1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Seat Toledo

To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 490 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Festiva 2005 Seat Toledo
Make Ford Seat
Model Festiva Toledo
Year Released 1992 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1323 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2470 mm


 

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