1999 Seat Toledo vs. 1973 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 115 kg more than 1973 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Skoda 1202 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 1973 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Toledo | 1973 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Toledo | 1202 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |