2007 Seat Toledo vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Carina 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 69 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 420 kg more than 1979 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Carina 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 1979 Toyota Carina. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Toledo | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Toledo | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |