2009 Ford Ka vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Ka | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |
