2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 1961 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Vauxhall VX4 (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 83 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall VX4.
Because 1961 Vauxhall VX4 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 1961 Vauxhall VX4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1961 Vauxhall VX4 (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 1961 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cordoba | VX4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
