1967 Porsche 912 vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 108 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912.
Because 1967 Porsche 912 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 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Porsche 912 (133 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm). This means 1967 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Porsche 912 | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 912 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
