1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 40 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Austin A 40 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 1965 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1965 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 40 | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 40 | Marbella |
Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2170 mm |