1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 254 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Porsche 356 | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | 356 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |