2002 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 98 kg more than 2002 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 2002 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Barchetta | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Barchetta | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1158 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |