2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1997 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Seat Cordoba.
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, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 1997 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Ypsilon | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
