1988 Seat Marbella vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Talbot 2500 weights approximately 320 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.
Because 1955 Talbot 2500 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 1955 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1955 Talbot 2500 (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Seat Marbella | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Seat | Talbot |
Model | Marbella | 2500 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |