1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2003 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2003 Seat Cordoba is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 616 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2003 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Minica | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
