1996 Seat Cordoba vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 16 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
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 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Cordoba | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Cordoba | iQ |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2000 mm |