2005 Seat Altea vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. Both 2005 Seat Altea and 1991 Seat Toledo are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 385 kg more than 1991 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 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Altea | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Altea | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
