1970 Honda 1300 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda 1300 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | 1300 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2450 mm |