1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 145 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
