1972 Honda Z vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 728 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Z | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Z | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |