1996 Audi A3 vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. Both 1996 Audi A3 and 1991 Seat Toledo are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1991 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, 1996 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A3 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
