1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1997 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1997 Seat Marbella is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Sierra 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 1991 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1991 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 1997 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Sierra | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2170 mm |
