1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1987 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 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 1959 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 135 | Marbella |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2170 mm |