2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Cordoba | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Cordoba | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |