1972 Ford Torino vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Seat Marbella is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 929 kg more than 1996 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 1972 Ford Torino. 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, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Torino | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2170 mm |
