2001 Seat Cordoba vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Cordoba (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 560 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Seat 600 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 1960 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Cordoba (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Cordoba | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Cordoba | 600 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |