1997 Seat Marbella vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1997 Seat Marbella is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 124 weights approximately 250 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Seat Marbella | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Marbella | 124 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |