2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Cordoba (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
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, 2001 Seat Cordoba (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 147 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
