1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 150 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1961 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Seat Cordoba (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 1300 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |