1959 Ford Consul vs. 1991 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1991 Seat Marbella is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford Consul (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 409 kg more than 1991 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Consul 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 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1991 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Consul | Marbella |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |