1974 Nissan Violet vs. 1997 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1997 Seat Marbella is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Violet weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Nissan Violet 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 1974 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1974 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Violet | 1997 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Violet | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
