2007 Nissan 1400 vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Seat Cordoba (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 1400 | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | 1400 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
