1966 Renault 8 vs. 1992 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1992 Seat Marbella is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Renault 8 (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Renault 8 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Renault 8 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 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Renault 8 (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Renault 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault 8 | 1992 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 8 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 903 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 | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2170 mm |
