1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 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 1959 Austin A 135. 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 135 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |