1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Appia (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Appia weights approximately 125 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 1961 Lancia Appia 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 1961 Lancia Appia. 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, 1961 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Appia | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
