1996 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 15 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 32 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 360 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, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Seat | Lancia |
Model | Cordoba | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |