1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1990 Seat Marbella is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Giulia | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
