1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 245 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 1959 Fiat 1200 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 Fiat 1200. 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, 1959 Fiat 1200 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 1200 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2170 mm |
