1999 Seat Cordoba vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 43 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 214 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Cordoba | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Cordoba | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |