1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 125 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1972 Fiat 125 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 1972 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 125 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |