1980 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1980 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 360 kg more than 1980 Innocenti Mini. 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Innocenti | Seat |
| Model | Mini | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
