1999 Seat Cordoba vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 155 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Skoda 440 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seat Cordoba (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Cordoba | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Cordoba | 440 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |