1982 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1995 Seat Marbella is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Mustang weights approximately 505 kg more than 1995 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Mustang | 1995 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mustang | Marbella |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2170 mm |