1992 Seat Toledo vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1992 Seat Toledo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 225 kg more than 1992 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Sunbeam Alpine 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 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm). This means 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Seat Toledo | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Seat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Toledo | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
