1999 Seat Formula vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Formula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Formula weights approximately 144 kg more than 1996 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Seat Formula is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Formula (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Formula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Formula | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Formula | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
