1969 Morris Minor vs. 1997 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1997 Seat Cordoba is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Morris Minor 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 1969 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morris Minor | 1997 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Minor | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
