1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 165 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro.
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 (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Maestro | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | Maestro | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |