1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 342 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Anglia | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |