2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,193 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 200 kg more than 1974 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Cordoba | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Cordoba | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1193 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
