1979 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1990 Seat Marbella is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 710 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.
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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | CX | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2170 mm |
