1976 Porsche 912 vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 4 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Porsche 912 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 912 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Porsche 912 | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 912 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
