1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1993 Seat Marbella is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 510 kg more than 1993 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Lancia Flavia 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 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flavia | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Flavia | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
