1978 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1997 Seat Cordoba is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 247 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. 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, 1997 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Civic | 1997 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |