1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1990 Seat Marbella is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 929 | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 929 | Marbella |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |