1958 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 900 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 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. 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 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P5 | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | P5 | Marbella |
Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2170 mm |