2000 Seat Toledo vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Seat Toledo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Toledo (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Toledo weights approximately 330 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Toledo | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Toledo | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |