1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1993 Seat Marbella

To start off, 1993 Seat Marbella is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Marbella (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Marbella weights approximately 375 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Seat Marbella (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Berkeley Twosome 1993 Seat Marbella
Make Berkeley Seat
Model Twosome Marbella
Year Released 1959 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 328 cc 903 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 18 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 37 Nm 60 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 305 kg 680 kg
Vehicle Length 3130 mm 3480 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1060 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 1790 mm 2170 mm


 

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