1976 Renault 15 vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1989 Seat Marbella is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 281 kg more than 1989 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, 1976 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 15 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2170 mm |
