1997 Seat Toledo vs. 1976 Seat 133
To start off, 1997 Seat Toledo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 133 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Toledo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1976 Seat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Seat 133 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 1976 Seat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Seat Toledo | 1976 Seat 133 | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Toledo | 133 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2030 mm |