1988 Seat Marbella vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Model F weights approximately 622 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 1986 Toyota Model F 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 1986 Toyota Model F. 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, 1986 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Marbella | Model F |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2240 mm |
