1990 Holden Barina vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 285 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina.
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, 1999 Seat Cordoba (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Barina | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2450 mm |
