1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 360 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.
Because 1973 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1973 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Cortina | Marbella |
Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2170 mm |