1976 Seat 124 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 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 160 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Seat 124 | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 124 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |