1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Alfasud | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |