2004 Seat Toledo vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 599 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Simca 1200S 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 1968 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Toledo | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Seat | Simca |
Model | Toledo | 1200S |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |