1975 Seat 124 vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 124 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 61 kg more than 1975 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Seat 124 (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 124 | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 124 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
