1997 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Cordoba 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 26 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat 500 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Seat Cordoba.
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, 2011 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Seat | Fiat |
Model | Cordoba | 500 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |