1973 Mazda 1000 vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 524 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mazda 1000 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 1973 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 1000 | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 1000 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
