2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald 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 28 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 340 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Triumph Herald 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 1961 Triumph Herald. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Cordoba | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Cordoba | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
