1971 Lotus Seven vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 486 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Because 1971 Lotus Seven 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 1971 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2006 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Seven | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
