2006 Seat Cordoba vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 309 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Because 1966 Simca 1200S 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 1966 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Cordoba (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Cordoba | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Seat | Simca |
Model | Cordoba | 1200S |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |