2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | GT | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
