1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 186 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 2004 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Alfasud | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
