1955 Morris Minor vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Marbella (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Minor weights approximately 103 kg more than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Seat Marbella (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Minor | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Morris | Seat |
Model | Minor | Marbella |
Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 684 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 |