1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1993 Seat Marbella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Festiva (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Festiva weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Festiva | Marbella |
Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2170 mm |