1958 AC Ace vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 216 kg more than 1988 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 AC Ace 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 1958 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
Make | AC | Seat |
Model | Ace | Marbella |
Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |