Need a new machine, but which one?

Hi, everybody. I last bought a sewing machine in 1982, a trusty Pfaff 1463.
It's time to buy something new, but which one? Are there any brands that are
made sturdier and better than the others? I need a machine that will be able
to work on fabrics for making new seat covers for a '79 Prelude as well as
everyday repairing and sewing. I have a bunch of cotton duck to use to make
tote bags for a local children's hospital, so I need a tough machine. OTOH,
I don't do quilting (now) but who knows about the future?

Any ideas?

thanks,

Pat