1971 Seat 124 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Seat 124 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Seat 124 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 124 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |