1954 Jeep CJ vs. 1992 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1992 Seat Marbella is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jeep CJ (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 1992 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | CJ | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2170 mm |
