1990 Seat Marbella vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1990 Seat Marbella is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Suzuki Fronte 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 17 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Seat Marbella weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Suzuki Fronte 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 Suzuki Fronte. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Seat Marbella | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Marbella | Fronte |
Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 358 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2060 mm |