1990 Seat Marbella vs. 1967 Seat 600

To start off, 1990 Seat Marbella is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 842 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Seat Marbella (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Seat Marbella weights approximately 105 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Seat 600 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 1967 Seat 600. 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, 1990 Seat Marbella (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Seat Marbella 1967 Seat 600
Make Seat Seat
Model Marbella 600
Year Released 1990 1967
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 842 cc 767 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 24 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 56 Nm 48 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 575 kg
Vehicle Length 3480 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2010 mm


 

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