2004 Seat Toledo vs. 1975 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 29 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 1,598 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 1975 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Toledo.
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, 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 (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Toledo | 1975 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Toledo | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |
