1998 Caterham C21 vs. 1992 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Seat Marbella weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Caterham C21.
Because 1998 Caterham C21 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 1998 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1998 Caterham C21 (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Caterham C21 | 1992 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Caterham | Seat |
| Model | C21 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |
