1995 Seat Toledo vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1995 Seat Toledo is newer by 42 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, 1995 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 Seat Toledo.
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, 1995 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm). This means 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Seat Toledo | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Seat | Sunbeam |
Model | Toledo | Alpine |
Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 163 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 110 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |