1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 165 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Seat Cordoba (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 128 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
