2012 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 425 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. 1999 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Spark | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Spark | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
