1974 Mazda 616 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 13 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 616 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 616 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |