1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,943 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (143 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 237 kg more than 2005 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 1970 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Maverick | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |