1995 Innocenti Elba vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Elba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Elba would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 182 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Elba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Elba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Innocenti Elba | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Innocenti | Seat |
| Model | Elba | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.4 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
