1996 Ford Ka vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Seat Toledo (74 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Toledo weights approximately 152 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. 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, 1994 Seat Toledo (125 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Ka | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
