1969 Ford Capri vs. 1997 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1997 Seat Marbella is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 364 kg more than 1997 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1969 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1997 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Capri | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2170 mm |
