1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 222 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Duna | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Duna | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |