1970 Moretti S Coupe vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Seat Marbella is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti S Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti S Coupe would be higher. At 901 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Marbella (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Moretti S Coupe weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Because 1970 Moretti S Coupe 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 1970 Moretti S Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Seat Marbella (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti S Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Moretti S Coupe | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Moretti | Seat |
| Model | S Coupe | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 766 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2170 mm |
