1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 1 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Seat Toledo (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 145 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |