1973 Porsche 911 vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1990 Seat Marbella is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 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, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2170 mm |
