2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 1 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 503 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento. 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 (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Seicento | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Seicento | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 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 | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |