1975 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 477 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |