1962 Innocenti 950 vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Innocenti 950 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Innocenti 950 (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Innocenti 950 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Innocenti 950 weights approximately 15 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 1962 Innocenti 950 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 1962 Innocenti 950. 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, 1962 Innocenti 950 (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Innocenti 950 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Innocenti 950 | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Innocenti | Seat |
| Model | 950 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2170 mm |
