1990 Seat Marbella vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1990 Seat Marbella is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 565 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Seat Marbella | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Marbella | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |
