1975 Seat 124 vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1998 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, 1975 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 124 | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 124 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2170 mm |
