1995 Seat Toledo vs. 1970 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1995 Seat Toledo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1300. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Toledo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1300. 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, 1995 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1300. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Seat Toledo | 1970 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Toledo | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
