1989 Seat Marbella vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1989 Seat Marbella is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1100 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1100 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1989 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, 1979 Simca 1100 (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Seat Marbella | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Marbella | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
