1996 Seat Toledo vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 634 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Toledo | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Seat | Aston Martin |
| Model | Toledo | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2601 mm |
