1968 Peugeot 204 vs. 1994 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1994 Seat Marbella is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1994 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, 1968 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 204 | 1994 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 204 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 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 | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
