1990 Seat Marbella vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1990 Seat Marbella is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 160 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 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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, 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Seat Marbella | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marbella | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
