1965 Innocenti Mini vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 450 kg more than 1965 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti Mini | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Innocenti | Seat |
| Model | Mini | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
