1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,390 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. 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 (200 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Visa | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
