2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 1965 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Spitfire (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 355 kg more than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 1965 Triumph Spitfire 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 1965 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (94 Nm @ 3760 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Cordoba | 1965 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Cordoba | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3760 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
