2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 672 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Suzuki Fronte 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 1972 Suzuki Fronte. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Cordoba | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Cordoba | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
