1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Seat Marbella weights approximately 145 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750.
Because 1960 Abarth 750 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 1960 Abarth 750. 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, 1960 Abarth 750 (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 750 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
