1999 Seat Cordoba vs. 1961 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Vauxhall VX4 (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 107 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall VX4.
Because 1961 Vauxhall VX4 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 1961 Vauxhall VX4. 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 (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Cordoba | 1961 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | Cordoba | VX4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1003 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |