1998 Seat Marbella vs. 1976 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Marbella (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Marbella weights approximately 149 kg more than 1976 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Rex 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 1976 Subaru Rex. 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, 1998 Seat Marbella (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Rex. (38 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Seat Marbella | 1976 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Marbella | Rex |
Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1930 mm |