2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 590 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Caterham | Seat |
| Model | 7 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
