1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Because 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Italdesign Nazca | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Italdesign | Seat |
Model | Nazca | Marbella |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2170 mm |