1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 250 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1974 Hyundai Pony 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 Hyundai Pony. 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 (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Hyundai Pony | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Pony | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |