1995 Seat Marbella vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 1995 Seat Marbella is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Seat Marbella (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Marbella weights approximately 265 kg more than 1968 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Subaru 360 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 1968 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Seat Marbella (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Seat Marbella | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Marbella | 360 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1810 mm |