2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 1 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Cordoba (67 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 MCC ForTwo 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 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | MCC | Seat |
| Model | ForTwo | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 597 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2450 mm |
