1978 Seat 127 vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 127 weights approximately 25 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, 1978 Seat 127 (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 127 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2170 mm |
