1999 Seat Cordoba vs. 2012 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Alto is newer by 13 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Alto.
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 Seat Cordoba (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Cordoba | 2012 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Cordoba | Alto |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
