1961 Renault 4 vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1990 Seat Marbella is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault 4 would be higher. At 842 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Seat Marbella (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Seat Marbella weights approximately 140 kg more than 1961 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Seat Marbella (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Renault 4 | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 4 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
