2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 66 kg more than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Seat | Lancia |
| Model | Cordoba | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
