1995 Seat Marbella vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1995 Seat Marbella is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Skoda 1202 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1995 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Skoda 1202 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 1972 Skoda 1202. 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, 1972 Skoda 1202 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Seat Marbella | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Marbella | 1202 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2690 mm |