1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1989 Seat Marbella is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1978 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda Familia weights approximately 120 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, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Familia | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 843 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2170 mm |
