1996 Seat Cordoba vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 7 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 (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 190 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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Cordoba | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Cordoba | Fabia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |