2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (180 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1998 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
