1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1995 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1995 Seat Marbella is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 235 kg more than 1995 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1995 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Alfasud | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1286 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
