1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Sunny (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 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, 1972 Nissan Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Sunny | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2170 mm |
