1975 BMW 1502 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 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 1502 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 BMW 1502. 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1502 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 1502 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |