1967 Seat 600 vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 505 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Seat 600 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 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Seat 600 | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 600 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |