2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 1962 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 150 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Vauxhall Victor 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 1962 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Seat Cordoba | 1962 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | Cordoba | Victor |
Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |