1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 140 kg more than 1987 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Giulietta | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2170 mm |
