1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 260 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 128 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
