1992 Seat Toledo vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1992 Seat Toledo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Seat Toledo (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Seat Toledo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. 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, 1992 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Seat Toledo | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Toledo | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
