1956 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1994 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1994 Seat Marbella is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1994 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Morgan Plus 4 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 1956 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morgan Plus 4 | 1994 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Morgan | Seat |
| Model | Plus 4 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2087 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2170 mm |
