1996 Mazda 121 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 254 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 121 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
