1975 Honda Z vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Seat Marbella (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Seat Marbella weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. 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, 1988 Seat Marbella (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Z | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Z | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
