1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Seat Cordoba (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 145 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
