2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 140 kg more than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 1962 Triumph Vitesse 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 1962 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Cordoba | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Cordoba | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
