2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 41 kg more than 1998 Seat Cordoba.
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, 1998 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1998 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Punto | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
