1997 Seat Cordoba vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1997 Seat Cordoba is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 125 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Seat Cordoba | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Seat | Triumph |
Model | Cordoba | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |