1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1991 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1991 Seat Marbella is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Marbella (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Marbella weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 500 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 1973 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Seat Marbella (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 1991 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 500 | Marbella |
Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2170 mm |