1996 Seat Cordoba vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle 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 63 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 250 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Volkswagen Beetle is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Cordoba | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Cordoba | Beetle |
Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |