1977 Opel Kadett vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (75 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 150 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 1977 Opel Kadett 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 1977 Opel Kadett. 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, 1977 Opel Kadett (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Kadett | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Kadett | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2170 mm |
