2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 1959 Steyr 500D

To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 600 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Steyr 500D 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 1959 Steyr 500D. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.

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