1990 Seat Marbella vs. 1983 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1990 Seat Marbella is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Zastava 2101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 280 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 1983 Zastava 2101 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 1983 Zastava 2101. 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, 1983 Zastava 2101 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Zastava 2101 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Seat Marbella | 1983 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Seat | Zastava |
| Model | Marbella | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
