1953 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 918 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Seat Marbella (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Minor weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Because 1953 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. 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, 1988 Seat Marbella (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Minor | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Morris | Seat |
Model | Minor | Marbella |
Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2170 mm |