2001 Seat Tango vs. 1972 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Tango is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Tango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Tango weights approximately 425 kg more than 1972 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Triumph Toledo 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 1972 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango, 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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Tango | 1972 Triumph Toledo | |
Make | Seat | Triumph |
Model | Tango | Toledo |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |