1997 Seat Marbella vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1997 Seat Marbella is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Subaru Leone (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Subaru Leone weights approximately 270 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 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Subaru Leone (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Seat Marbella | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Marbella | Leone |
Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |