1988 Seat Marbella vs. 1971 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Seat Marbella (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Seat Marbella weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Subaru R-2 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 1971 Subaru R-2. 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, 1988 Seat Marbella (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 1971 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Marbella | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1930 mm |
