1967 Holden HR vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba

To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Holden HR (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Holden HR should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Holden HR 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 1967 Holden HR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Holden HR 2006 Seat Cordoba
Make Holden Seat
Model HR Cordoba
Year Released 1967 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3048 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1158 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2470 mm


 

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