1987 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1993 Seat Marbella is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1993 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Pontiac 1000 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 1987 Pontiac 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1987 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac 1000 | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | 1000 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2170 mm |
