1987 Seat Marbella vs. 1980 Zastava 132
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Zastava 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 132 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1987 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Zastava 132 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 1980 Zastava 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1980 Zastava 132 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Zastava 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Seat Marbella | 1980 Zastava 132 | |
Make | Seat | Zastava |
Model | Marbella | 132 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |