1992 Seat Marbella vs. 1982 Seat 127
To start off, 1992 Seat Marbella is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat 127 would be higher. Both 1992 Seat Marbella and 1982 Seat 127 are equipped with a 903 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat 127 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 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, 1982 Seat 127 (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Seat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Seat Marbella | 1982 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Marbella | 127 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2230 mm |
