1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Junior | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
