1980 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1990 Seat Marbella is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 80 (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 300 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, 1980 Audi 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 80 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2170 mm |
