1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Vedette 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 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Vedette | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Vedette | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |