1994 Seat Toledo vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Seat Toledo. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Toledo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1975 Triumph TR7.
Because 1975 Triumph TR7 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 1975 Triumph TR7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1975 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Seat Toledo | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Toledo | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2170 mm |
