1996 Seat Cordoba vs. 2001 Tata Indica
To start off, 2001 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Cordoba 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 (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Indica weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Cordoba | 2001 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Seat | Tata |
| Model | Cordoba | Indica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
