1950 Morris Six vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Morris Six (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Six weights approximately 540 kg more than 1998 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Morris Six is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1950 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Six | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Six | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2170 mm |
