2007 Seat Toledo vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Skoda 1202 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Toledo | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Toledo | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
