1999 Seat Toledo vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 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. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Toledo | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Seat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Toledo | 166 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2324 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |