1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1968 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Cosmo (94 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 260 kg more than 1988 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Cosmo 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 1968 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1968 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Cosmo | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Cosmo | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2170 mm |
