1991 Seat Marbella vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1991 Seat Marbella is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Marbella (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Marbella weights approximately 180 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr 650T 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 1965 Steyr 650T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Seat Marbella (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Seat Marbella | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Seat | Steyr |
Model | Marbella | 650T |
Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1850 mm |