1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Vedette weights approximately 445 kg more than 1987 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Vedette 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 1954 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1954 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Vedette | Marbella |
Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2170 mm |