1980 Austin Maxi 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 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 304 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.
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 Austin Maxi (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Maxi | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2170 mm |
