2007 Seat Toledo vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 81 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 555 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Toledo | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Toledo | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |