1966 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Seat Marbella is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan Bluebird (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Nissan Bluebird 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 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Nissan Bluebird (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan Bluebird | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Bluebird | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2170 mm |
