1954 Porsche 356 vs. 1997 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1997 Seat Marbella is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Porsche 356 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Porsche 356 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 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 1997 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 356 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2170 mm |
