1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Seat Marbella is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1976 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Familia weights approximately 120 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Familia | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 901 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2170 mm |
