2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,192 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 531 kg more than 1958 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Subaru 360 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 1958 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Cordoba | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Cordoba | 360 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 95 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
