1964 Seat 600 vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 554 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Seat 600 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 1964 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Seat 600 | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 600 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 47 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
