1975 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 80 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1975 Audi 80 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 1975 Audi 80. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1975 Audi 80 (163 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 80 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
