1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Seat Cordoba. 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Palio | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |