2004 Seat Toledo vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 594 kg more than 1983 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Starlet 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 1983 Toyota Starlet. 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Toledo | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Toledo | Starlet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |