1988 Seat Marbella vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Skoda Octavia (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 240 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 1959 Skoda Octavia 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 1959 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1959 Skoda Octavia (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Seat Marbella | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Marbella | Octavia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |