2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 310 kg more than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Cordoba (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Cordoba | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Seat | Triumph |
Model | Cordoba | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2110 mm |