2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 156 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2004 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Cordoba | 1983 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cordoba | Colt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
