1963 Abarth 700 vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 450 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700.
Because 1963 Abarth 700 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 1963 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 700 | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Abarth | Seat |
Model | 700 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |