1993 Seat Marbella vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1993 Seat Marbella is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 140 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1000 (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Marbella | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Marbella | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2230 mm |
