1972 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1993 Seat Marbella is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Marbella weights approximately 2 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2170 mm |
