2007 Seat Cordoba vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 264 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Cordoba | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cordoba | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
