2007 Seat Cordoba vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 219 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Cordoba | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Cordoba | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
