1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 134 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Fiesta | Toledo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |