1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1994 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1994 Seat Marbella is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 900 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.
Because 1978 Avanti Avanti 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 1978 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Avanti Avanti | 1994 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Avanti | Seat |
Model | Avanti | Marbella |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 6568 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2170 mm |