2007 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Cordoba 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 6 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 224 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. 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 2011 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Seat | Fiat |
Model | Cordoba | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |