1975 Seat 124 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 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Seat Cordoba (200 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 124 | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 124 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |