1996 Seat Toledo vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 96 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. 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 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Toledo | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Seat | Wartburg |
Model | Toledo | 312 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |