1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Chrysler Cordoba 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 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea, 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Cordoba | Altea |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2520 mm |
