1988 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Minica | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
