1953 Ford Anglia vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Seat Marbella is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Marbella (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Anglia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Because 1953 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Ford Anglia (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Anglia | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Anglia | Marbella |
Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2170 mm |