2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1967 TVR Tuscan 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 1967 TVR Tuscan. 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, 1967 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Cordoba | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Seat | TVR |
| Model | Cordoba | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 71 L |
