2003 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Civic weights approximately 11 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Honda Civic (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Civic | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
