1996 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Seat Toledo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Toledo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. 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, 2002 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (83 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Corsa | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Corsa | Toledo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 973 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |