2001 Seat Toledo vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,327 cc, 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 386 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Toledo | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Toledo | Corona |
Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2327 cc | 1587 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |