1965 Opel Rekord vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Opel Rekord weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Opel Rekord 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 1965 Opel Rekord. 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, 1965 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Opel Rekord | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Rekord | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |