2005 Seat Toledo vs. 1977 Simca 1100
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 431 kg more than 1977 Simca 1100. 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 Toledo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Toledo | 1977 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Toledo | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
