1997 Fiat Scudo vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 129 kg more than 1997 Fiat Scudo.
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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Scudo | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Scudo | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
