1976 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1994 Seat Marbella is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 625 kg more than 1994 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1994 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | CX | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2170 mm |
