1959 Ford Zodiac 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 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 512 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 Ford Zodiac 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 Zodiac. 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 Ford Zodiac (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Zodiac | Marbella |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2170 mm |