1997 Fiat Vivace vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 354 kg more than 1997 Fiat Vivace. 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Vivace | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Vivace | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
