2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 243 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Corona 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 1966 Toyota Corona. 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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Cordoba | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Cordoba | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
