1980 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 100 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2006 Seat Cordoba. 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, 1980 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
