1974 Opel Kadett 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 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Opel Kadett 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 Opel Kadett. 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 (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Kadett | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Kadett | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
