1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 16 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1970 Chrysler Cordoba | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Bel Air | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4343 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2870 mm |