1979 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1989 Seat Marbella is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 406 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.
Because 1979 Mazda Cosmo 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 1979 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda Cosmo | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Cosmo | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
