1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat 1100 (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 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 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1953 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 1100 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |
