2004 Seat Toledo vs. 1969 Simca 1100
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1100.
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, 2004 Seat Toledo (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Toledo | 1969 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Toledo | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 47 L |
