1996 Seat Cordoba vs. 2010 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 14 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 50 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 74 kg more than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Cordoba | 2010 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Seat | Daewoo |
| Model | Cordoba | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
