1992 Seat Marbella vs. 1987 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1992 Seat Marbella is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Talbot Horizon (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 265 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, 1987 Talbot Horizon (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Seat Marbella | 1987 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Seat | Talbot |
| Model | Marbella | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
