1998 Seat Marbella vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 551 kg more than 1998 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Vauxhall Velox 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 1962 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Seat Marbella | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | Marbella | Velox |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2720 mm |