1967 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 245 kg more than 1987 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Fulvia | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Fulvia | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2170 mm |
