1992 Seat Marbella vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Seat Marbella is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 300 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Seat Marbella | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Marbella | Leone |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
