1999 Seat Cordoba vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica.
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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Cordoba | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Seat | Tata |
Model | Cordoba | Indica |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |