1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1997 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1997 Seat Cordoba is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 119 kg more than 1997 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1972 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 1997 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Cortina | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
