1988 Fiat Vivace vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 204 kg more than 1988 Fiat Vivace.
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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Vivace | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Vivace | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
