1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Taft (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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 (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Taft | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
