1967 Opel Record vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Record weights approximately 63 kg more than 2001 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (108 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Record | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Record | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 108 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |