2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1975 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Toledo (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Toledo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1975 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 1975 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Seicento | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
