2001 Seat Toledo vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 395 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Seat Toledo (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Toledo | 1978 Skoda L | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Toledo | L |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |