1987 Seat Marbella vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indica weights approximately 325 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.
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, 2011 Tata Indica (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Seat Marbella | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Seat | Tata |
Model | Marbella | Indica |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |