1975 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 215 kg more than 1975 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1975 Nissan Bluebird 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 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (200 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Bluebird | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Bluebird | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
