1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1997 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1997 Seat Marbella is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 850 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1997 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Seat |
Model | Tickford | Marbella |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2170 mm |