1993 Seat Marbella vs. 1970 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1993 Seat Marbella is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Skoda 110 L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Skoda 110 L (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Skoda 110 L should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Skoda 110 L weights approximately 125 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.
Because 1970 Skoda 110 L 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 1970 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1970 Skoda 110 L (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Skoda 110 L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Seat Marbella | 1970 Skoda 110 L | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Marbella | 110 L |
Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2400 mm |