2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (56 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 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 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Cordoba | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Cordoba | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |