1956 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 196 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca.
Because 1956 AC Aceca 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 1956 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1956 AC Aceca (168 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm). This means 1956 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Aceca | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
