2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,327 cc, 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 397 kg more than 2001 Seat Toledo.
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, 2001 Seat Toledo (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Punto | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2327 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
