1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 239 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2002 Seat Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Seat Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Alfasud | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
