1997 Seat Toledo vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Seat Toledo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Seat Toledo. 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, 1997 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Toledo | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Seat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Toledo | 146 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
