1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Familia weights approximately 110 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.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia 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 Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Familia | Marbella |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2170 mm |