1958 Lancia Appia vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1993 Seat Marbella is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Appia (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Appia weights approximately 184 kg more than 1993 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Lancia Appia 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 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Lancia Appia (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Appia | Marbella |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |