1985 Citroen LNA vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 528 kg more than 1985 Citroen LNA. 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen LNA | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | LNA | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
