1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1991 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1991 Seat Marbella is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Marbella weights approximately 110 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700.
Because 1966 Abarth 700 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 1966 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1966 Abarth 700 (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth 700 | 1991 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Abarth | Seat |
Model | 700 | Marbella |
Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |