2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 10 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Bravo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 345 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, 2007 Fiat Bravo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Bravo | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
