1993 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 345 kg more than 1993 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, 2012 Seat Altea (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Toledo | 2012 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Toledo | Altea |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
