1971 Honda Life vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Cordoba (67 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 620 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. 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, 1999 Seat Cordoba (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Life | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2450 mm |