2006 Seat Cordoba vs. 1975 Seat 127
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 385 kg more than 1975 Seat 127. 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, 2006 Seat Cordoba (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Cordoba | 1975 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Cordoba | 127 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
