1999 Seat Toledo vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 370 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Toledo | 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Toledo | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2324 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
