1997 Seat Marbella vs. 1970 Volvo 120
To start off, 1997 Seat Marbella is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 120 (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 120 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volvo 120 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 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Volvo 120 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Seat Marbella | 1970 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Marbella | 120 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |