1997 Seat Cordoba vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1997 Seat Cordoba is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 25 kg more than 1960 MG MGA.
Because 1960 MG MGA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Cordoba | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Seat | MG |
| Model | Cordoba | MGA |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
