1971 Renault 17 vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 109 kg more than 1971 Renault 17.
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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 17. (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 17 | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 17 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
