1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1993 Seat Marbella is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Marbella weights approximately 68 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Europa | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2170 mm |
