1977 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Horizon (75 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 320 kg more than 1988 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, 1977 Plymouth Horizon (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Plymouth Horizon | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Plymouth | Seat |
| Model | Horizon | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2170 mm |
