1965 Morris Minor vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1989 Seat Marbella is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,097 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morris Minor weights approximately 141 kg more than 1989 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Minor | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Minor | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 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 | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2170 mm |
