1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 1600 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |