1983 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 181 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | BX | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |