1976 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1998 Seat Cordoba is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 551 kg more than 1998 Seat Cordoba. 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1998 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | CX | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
