1955 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 240 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1955 Morgan Plus 4 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 1955 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba, 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morgan Plus 4 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Morgan | Seat |
Model | Plus 4 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |