1991 Holden Barina vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 235 kg more than 1991 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, 2001 Seat Cordoba (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Barina | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Barina | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
