1990 Seat Marbella vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1990 Seat Marbella is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1000 (38 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1000 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Simca 1000 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 1966 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1966 Simca 1000 (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Seat Marbella | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Seat | Simca |
Model | Marbella | 1000 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2230 mm |