1974 Abarth 124 vs. 2000 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2000 Seat Cordoba is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 145 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Cordoba. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 2000 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 124 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1015 kg |
