1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 84 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
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 (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Prisma | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
