1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1997 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1997 Seat Marbella is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 250 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1997 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Bluebird | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2170 mm |
