1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 530 kg more than 1988 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | GTV | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
