1981 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (70 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 148 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.
Because 1981 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Capri | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 117 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1158 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |