1975 Honda 145 vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Seat Marbella is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Honda 145 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 145 | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | 145 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |
